Official 2015 Disney Marathon Thread

[derekleigh]

Just finished reading the whole thread.

This will be my 1st marathon, and I'm really excited. In fact it will be my first running event in over 10 years since high school track.


Since last year I have lost about 75lbs and wanted a goal to keep me motivated so here I am. Wish me luck. My goal is to just make to the finish line in one piece.

Any idea of when the host hotels will be announced?

Awesome job on the weight loss! The 2015 WDW Marathon will be my first marathon too! runDisney events are awesome, you will love it!


Does anyone know approx. what time the very last corral for the full began?

 

[DOOM1001]

Does anyone know approx. what time the very last corral for the full began?

Somewhere around 6:30am

 

[Hndacrewd]

Thanks for all the info! When I told my dad I was going to do that his questioned "every mile". My response was that if I'm running 26.2 miles I want a complete scrapbook, lol.

 

[FFigawi]

The 2015 Marathon will be my first marathon and I'm super excited. I will be going by myself though. My original plan was that someone would go with me and I could get my picture taken at every mile marker. Are there handlers at the mile markers that could take my picture with the markers or will I probably have to settle for just pictures of the markers?

Your first marathon, eh? Here are some tips for you.

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/marathon_do

 

[Outonarun]

Your first marathon, eh? Here are some tips for you.

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/marathon_do

Thank you! Quite a lift in my workday!

 

[derekleigh]

Somewhere around 6:30am

Thanks. Just curious what time I would start if that was my corral.

 

[disneyhorselover]

Thanks for all the info! When I told my dad I was going to do that his questioned "every mile". My response was that if I'm running 26.2 miles I want a complete scrapbook, lol.

I think I got pictures of around 9 of the mile markers on the Princess half, they are some of my favorite pictures! Make sure you are looking ahead if you want them all....I missed some because by the time we were upon them, I was on the other side of the road and didn't feel like dodging the crowd/backtracking....after I learned to plan ahead it got much easier, haha.

Your first marathon, eh? Here are some tips for you.

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/marathon_do

I love the Oatmeal! Have you guys seen this one?

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/running

 

[annmarieda]

I love the Oatmeal! Have you guys seen this one?

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/running

I so regret not getting on his race! It is right in my neck of the woods too.

I think I need to preorder the book. SOOO FUNNY!!!

 

[FFigawi]

Speaking of the Oatmeal, keep an eye out for my friends & I at the 10k during marathon weekend. We'll be dressed as the Blerch & other Oatmeal characters and handing out cake, Nutella, and other related items.

 

[mmtwinmama]

Are there usually room only discounts during this timeframe? Or are the race dates blacked out?

 

[Ariel484]

Are there usually room only discounts during this timeframe? Or are the race dates blacked out?

Normally yes, but it looks like they've become available later and later over the past few years: http://www.mousesavers.com/historical-information-on-walt-disney-world-resort-discounts/#codetrends

 

[DisMar2011]

Normally yes, but it looks like they've become available later and later over the past few years: http://www.mousesavers.com/historical-information-on-walt-disney-world-resort-discounts/#codetrends

Thanks for the link. Sadly the discounts have been getting smaller each year as well. As low as 5% (five!) for Jan of this year.

 

[Ariel484]

Thanks for the link. Sadly the discounts have been getting smaller each year as well. As low as 5% (five!) for Jan of this year.

A few years back I remember reading a quote from some Disney exec that they were going to start phasing the discounts out altogether... Hopefully not the case but it's not looking good!

 

[PrincessV]

Speaking of the Oatmeal, keep an eye out for my friends & I at the 10k during marathon weekend. We'll be dressed as the Blerch & other Oatmeal characters and handing out cake, Nutella, and other related items.

Love it, and I'll definitely keep an eye out!

Are there usually room only discounts during this timeframe? Or are the race dates blacked out?

There were general public and AP room-only rates this year. But I wound up getting a MUCH better deal through Travelocity, and have been getting great rates at other times through Orbitz, so be sure to check those, too, as we get closer. Google for their discount codes.

 

[mmtwinmama]

Great tips, thanks! I booked us at YC, but divided by 4 makes it a bit less shocking.
I'm also going this November so maybe I will even get lucky with a BB offer for January.

 

[My<3BelongsToMickey]

Hi All!

Joining the thread after a 2-year hiatus from the DisBoards!

WDW will be my first marathon I've ran all 3 Tinker Bell Half Marathons, but this will be my first at WDW, AND my first time at the resort in 7 years- I can't wait to be "home!"

BUT I have to admit, I'm getting a weeee bit stressed from this thread. DL races are CAKE when it comes to logistics since everything is so darn close. I practically skipped from my hotel to the start line at Tink. Where is the start line for WDW? I was sensing Epcot from what I'm reading (sorry, couldn't read all 50+ pages of the thread.)

Also- Does anyone have the skinny on running with a charity? I'm running for the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Does that mean I'm in the last corral? lol

I apologize in advance for all my other questions that are sure to bug you...

 

[My<3BelongsToMickey]

Oh my word. Forgive my ignorance. Just saw that the course map is online.

Also- Has everyone booked their travel? Any recommendation as to when you should book WDW hotels by??? Thank you thank you!!!

 

[FFigawi]

Oh my word. Forgive my ignorance. Just saw that the course map is online. Also- Has everyone booked their travel? Any recommendation as to when you should book WDW hotels by??? Thank you thank you!!!

There's no harm in booking a room now. The discounted rates, if any, aren't usually released until the fall, though.

 

[John VN]

Speaking of the Oatmeal, keep an eye out for my friends & I at the 10k during marathon weekend. We'll be dressed as the Blerch & other Oatmeal characters and handing out cake, Nutella, and other related items.

IIRC, RD was out in full force shutting down those handing out candy, orange slices and other helpful items for participants.

Best stay mobile.

McFlurry John

 

[mmtwinmama]

Has anyone booked thru the rundisney line at YC or BC yet? I booked thru the normal disney line because I read that the normal discounts may end up being better than rundisney and it would be tough to switch later.
Just curious what the rate is through rundisney.